13 Tricks for Taking Instagram-Worthy Food Photos on Your Smartphone

Use natural light

“Shooting with natural light is best, which unfortunately means most late-night restaurant pics are out,” says Teri Lyn Fisher of Spoon Fork Bacon (@spoonforkbacon). For daytime meals out, though, a table near the window is prime real estate for using some natural sunlight in your food photo, she says. At home, bring your plate a window, even if that’s not where your table is. Get the best light with these window-cleaning tricks.